Writtle, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Writtle, Essex.
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About Writtle
Writtle is a picturesque village and civil parish located just 2 miles west of Chelmsford in Essex. Known for its charming village green, duck pond, and historic Norman church, Writtle features a rich architectural heritage with ancient cottages. The village is also home to Writtle University College, one of the UK's foremost land-based colleges, set on grounds that once hosted a Royal hunting lodge. As of the 2021 census, Writtle's population stands at 5,328, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and developments.
Population: 5,328 (2021)
District: Chelmsford
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £414,572 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Chelmsford
- Parliamentary constituency: North West Essex
- LSOA: Chelmsford 011A
Crime Statistics
35 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 14
- criminal-damage-arson: 5
- vehicle-crime: 5
- burglary: 3
- other-theft: 2
- public-order: 2
- anti-social-behaviour: 1
- drugs: 1
- shoplifting: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Writtle.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Writtle.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Writtle based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Writtle.
- - 15A The Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3DT
T1 - Robina Frisia - Reduce by around 3m in height. Reason - to allow more sun light in to garden.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 1 Mayfield Road Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3EJ
Retrospective application for the erection of a boundary fence and gate
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 21 The Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3DT
T1 - Cherry - Reduce the crown by 1-2m to old pruning points. T2 - Maple - Reduce the crown by 1-2m to old pruning points. T3 - Oak - Reduce the crown by 1-2m to old pruning points. Reason - To mainta
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 34 Mayfield Road Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3EL
Non-material amendment to Planning Application - 25/01051/FUL (Proposed single storey side and rear extensions. Including conversion of existing garage into a study and a new garage.) Retention of exi
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 2 Romans Way Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3EZ
G2 - remove all vegetation from under canopy of T1, x1 Laurel hedge - reduce by 1 metre to 1.6 metres in height, x1 Laurel hedge - hard lateral trim by 1 metre, removal of 4 selected Laurels to widen
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 21 The Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3DT
T1 - Maple - Reduce the crown by 2-3m to old pruning points T2 - Maple - Reduce the crown by 1-2m to old pruning points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - 32 Romans Way Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3EZ
G1 x1 Yew tree - Fell to ground level. Reason: Tree is a concern due to close proximity to property.
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 23 The Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3DT
Condition 6b - Final archaeological report
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 105 Ongar Road Writtle Chelmsford CM1 3ND
T1 - Norway Maple - Pruning by maximum 2m to branches in line with previous work. Reason: The tree is beginning to overhang the house roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 15 The Coverts Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3LL
Proposed loft conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 35 Purcell Cole Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3NB
T2-Norway Spruce (labelled T5 on site location plan)- Reduce height by 1m and reduce lateral branches by 0.5-1m Reason: to maintain size balance and shape
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 23 The Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3DT
Condition 5c - Programme of historic building recording - Written Scheme of Investigation
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2025-11-04
View full details - - 27 Romans Way Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3EZ
Proposed front porch with material changes to front elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - 5 Guys Farm St Johns Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3GA
T3 (Marked T1 on map) - Horse Chestnut - High pollard at 1 metre above crown break, approximately 4meters removed. Remove all arisings and leaving the site tidy. Reason: To improve shape and overall h
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - 19 Ongar Road Writtle Chelmsford CM1 3NA
T1 - Ash - Remove branch to line, approx 4-5m, remove deadwood - Reason: To reduce risk of falling braches.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2025-09-02
View full details - - 2 Guys Farm St Johns Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3GA
T1 Sorbus - fell to ground level and grind stump. Reason: Tree removal is required as tree is showing signs of instability at root plate.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Land In Front Of 1 St Johns Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex
Lime (Marked T58-T62), Red Horse Chestnut (Marked T63) & Horse Chestnut (Marked T64) - (Within St Johns Green area) - Crown raise to 2.5m over footpaths and grassed areas, removal of epicormic growth
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2024-09-11
View full details - - 22 St Johns Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3DZ
Condition 4 - arboricultural method statement
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2024-05-20
View full details - - 22 St Johns Green Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3DZ
Condition 5 - Large scale drawing for Parapet and Coping;
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2024-05-17
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A brief summary of Writtle in Essex
Writtle is a picturesque village and civil parish located just 2 miles west of Chelmsford in Essex. Known for its charming village green, duck pond, and historic Norman church, Writtle features a rich architectural heritage with ancient cottages. The village is also home to Writtle University College, one of the UK's foremost land-based colleges, set on grounds that once hosted a Royal hunting lodge. As of the 2021 census, Writtle's population stands at 5,328, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,328 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chelmsford district.
Property prices in Writtle show an average sale price of £414,572, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Writtle area recorded 35 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Writtle has one conservation area within its boundaries: Writtle. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Writtle planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Writtle
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Writtle. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Writtle maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Writtle were tree works (11), discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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